Development of lahore as a centre of islamic culture and learning in middle age

The present article is an attempt to highlight the development of Lahore as an Islamic cultural and literary centre of Muslims especially during the middle age. On the basis of sources available it can be said that Lahore first blossomed during the Gaznavid dynasty. From the time of Gaznavi to the glorious days of the Mughals, Lahore has played an important role not only in politics but socio-cultural and literary field also. Especially during medieval period, it has acquired distinct Islamic character which no other city in the south Asian subcontinent can claim.